ADP is hiring a Sr. Manager, Strategic Planning
- Are you a Sr. Manager, Strategic Planning, skilled at managing complex strategy processes, from conducting research to developing and presenting compelling presentations that support executive decision-making?
- Are you an experienced collaborator, adept at building strong relationships and driving innovation?
Well, this may be the role for you. Ready to make your mark?
As Sr. Manager, Strategic Planning, you will partner closely with leaders across ADP Canada to define, communicate, and execute our business strategy. From collaborating with business partners, developing the annual strategic plan, developing the annual sales strategy, handling multiple ad-hoc projects, to conducting competitive and customer research, you will provide the consultation and expertise necessary to drive our success. This is a high visibility role requiring a significant responsibility to influence and shape various elements of ADP Canada’s enterprise strategy and execution.
No two days are alike in this role. To thrive in this role, you need expertise in research, problem-solving, and business partnering and must be highly skilled in crafting presentations that communicate compelling stories.
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Learn more about ADP at https://jobs.adp.com/
A little about ADP: We are a global leader in HR technology, offering the latest AI and machine learning-enhanced payroll, tax, HR, benefits, and much more. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive, down-to-earth culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. ADP has a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a global Best Places to Work, DiversityInc® Top 50 Company, Best CEO and company for women, LGBTQ+, multicultural talent, and more. Learn more about ADP's commitment on our YouTube channel: http://adp.careers/DEI_Videos
What you’ll do:
Here’s what you can expect on a typical day:
- Be the trusted strategy advisor for business segments at ADP Canada
- Run assigned initiatives or projects, including breaking down problems, building a business plan (as needed with financial modeling assistance), stakeholder conversations, and problem-solving on the levers in the financial model
- Manage strategy processes, including program managing standard strategy cycle events, e.g., annual strategy planning cycle, board meeting, etc.
- Partner with peers in matrixed teams, including strategy and business teams in other locations outside Canada, to develop strategies for Canadian business units
- Partner with the business unit leader on additional projects, including preparation for partner meetings, executive presentations, etc.
- Develop a point of view on key strategy topics, emerging trends and focus areas through internal and external research as an input into ongoing business decisions
- Explore new business opportunities, and incubate new ideas across all business areas based on alignment with business strategies
- Develop compelling PowerPoint presentations that articulate strategic options and support executive decision-making
TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE:
- 10+ years of experience in relevant skills gained and developed in the same or similar strategy role
- 5+ years of strategy experience in management consulting or on an in-house strategy team, preferably at a top-tier consulting firm or technology company
- MBA or master’s degree
- Proven experience in building business case and financial modeling
- Excellent communication skills. Experience presenting to senior leaders
- Strong content creation and business storytelling/presentation skills using PowerPoint
- Successful experience communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including C-Suite
- Expertise in conducting competitive and customer research, including conducting stakeholder interviews & secondary research
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time
- Strong experience collaborating with multiple functions/organizations
For additional comfort in the role:
- Prior experience working with sales strategy, business development and/or knowledge of SaaS or go-to-market strategies
- Experience with data visualization (e.g. BI and Tableau) and ability to translate data into business-relevant actionable insights.
YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE BECAUSE YOU CAN:
- Have courageous team collaboration. Courage comes from how associates are willing to have difficult conversations, speak up, be an owner, and challenge one another's ideas to find the best solution.
- Deliver at epic scale. We deliver real user outcomes using strong judgment and good instincts. We're obsessed with the art of achieving simplicity with a focus on client happiness and productivity.
- Be surrounded by curious learners. We align ourselves with other smart people in an environment where we grow and elevate one another to the next level. We encourage our associates to listen, stay agile, and learn from mistakes.
- Act like an owner & doer. Mission-driven and committed to leading change, you will be encouraged to take on any challenge and solve complex problems. No tasks are beneath or too great for us. We are hands-on and willing to master our craft.
- Give back to others. Always do the right thing for our clients and our community and humbly give back to the community where we live and work. Support our associates in times of need through ADP's Philanthropic Foundation.
- Join a company committed to equality and equity. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions.
What are you waiting for? Apply today!
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Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity or commissions. We offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matched Retirement Savings, Wellness Program, Short-and Long-Term Disability, Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Paid Volunteer Time Off, and more. The compensation for this role is CAD $128,900.00 - CAD $178,900.00 / Year*
- Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage or minimum exempt salary requirement under federal, state and local laws.
In Ontario and/or British Columbia (where applicable), the range shown represents the expected total compensation, including vacation pay and bonus at target. Although bonus has been calculated as part of the expected annual compensation for this role, bonus pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to business performance, individual annual performance, and company guidelines.
This job posting is for an existing job vacancy.
The company uses an artificial intelligence tool during the initial pre-screening process.
A little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.
Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.
